The Structured Family Caregiving program provides opportunity for family of Medicaid eligible members of the community to earn a stipend (Financial support) while providing care and support to their loved ones.
To qualify (as a member)
- Member must be 18yrs or older
- Must be Medicaid approved under CCSP or SOURCE waiver
- Lives with family member caregiver
- Require at least 5 hours of personal care
To qualify (as a caregiver)
- Must be 18yrs or older
- Be related to member biologically or by marriage (daughter, son,
- grandson, granddaughter, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, etc.)
- Must live in the home with member
NOTE: Caregiver cannot be a spouse or legal guardian of the member
Tasks to be completed by family caregiver
- Personal care
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- Transportation
- And other required tasks